Nikhil Ramnauth
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Summary of Qualifications
• Knowledge of mechatronics engineering research strategies from academic experiences
• Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills as developed through technical report writing, presentations and collaborating with peers
• Strong ability to organize and manage time effectively as refined through maintaining all deadlines at university while being involved in extra-curricular activities
• Ability to lead, adapt and learn quickly to different working environments as proven by experience as a Merchandising associate at Costco
Technical Skills
• Software: SolidWorks, AutoCAD, MATLAB, Microsoft Office, Arduino, LabView
• Hardware: CNC, Power Tools, Mechanical and Electrical Lab Equipment Education
Ryerson University Sept 2016 – June 2020
Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering: Mechatronics
Work Experience
Merchandising Associate Costco Brampton May 2018 – August 2019
• Built strong relationship with customers by understanding their requirements
• Monitored store inventory and took corrective measures for any discrepancies
• Trained new co-workers with techniques resulting in improved sales and efficiency
• Received positive feedbacks from managers by exceeding expectations with great productivity, time management and attendance
• Gained valuable technical skills and exposure to various environments Academic Projects
Measurements/ instruments/ sensors: Linear Fume Tracker Project Fall 2019
• Worked in a team of 4 to design a motorized car with a sensor to keep a constant distance between a welding gun and a fume extractor hood for optimal fume extraction
• Performed dynamic and static calibration of distance sensor
• Implemented a PID controller to optimize the system using closed loop feedback system
• Accomplished the task by making a working prototype using power tools that kept a constant distance of 100 mm between welding gun and fume extraction gun Mechanical Design (Capstone): Automated Pill Dispenser Project Winter 2020
• Led a team of 4 to design an automated medication dispenser intended for senior homes and hospitals in order to reduce workload of nurses and improve medication adherence
• Performed literature review and problem analysis to have a better understanding of existing pill dispensers and their issues
• Utilized SolidWorks to create detailed CAD drawings
• Conducted simulation and testing of components such as solenoid and IR sensor to test their reliability using WeibullSoft software producing consistent results
• Created and developed a program for the pill dispenser using Arduino software
• Accomplished the task by improving clogging issues in the pill dispenser and easy usability for caregivers